Making a change in your life is not always an easy thing to do. It can be little steps, a moment at a time, a day at a time that will get you where you need to be. 

1. Write down your dream, your end goal - whatever it is. 
2. Make a plan for what you want your end goal to be. 
   
3. That plan starts off with one day at a time, achievable goals. That way, you feel the accomplishment. Try not to set an unrealistic first goal, not reaching that first goal can demoralise you. 
4. Remember your plan is a guideline, that will help guide you as you make this journey to change things in your life.
5. If you want to make multiple changes, maybe start with one at a time. 
6. Tell a friend of your dreams and plans. Make them real.
7. Ask for support.

 Losing someone is one of the hardest experiences we will ever have to go through. The grief we suffer is different for everyone but for one thing; our grief is a sign that we love. I have been asked many questions about grief; how long does it last? Should I feel like this? Am I going mad? Does it ever end? One person has described his grief and I feel many of you will relate to it. 

Know how you feel when you sing along to that catchy tune on the radio, or stepping outside the door and letting the sun or wind caress our faces, or the smell of cut grass, how enjoying any of these can just lift our spirits. During Winter we need more of these spirit lifting moments. Here are some more suggestions courtesy of thejournal.ie

YOUR MENTAL HEALTH, just like your physical health, is something you need to look after, and something you can do a lot to take care of.

Doing little things that make you feel better regularly, particularly when things are tough, is one of the best ways to boost your mood and reduce stress and anxiety.
Last week we asked our readers what they do to make themselves feel better when they’re down, and there are some great tips in there. Here are some of the best we got. What are yours?